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Numeracy

"Numeracy is a
proficiency which is developed mainly in Mathematics but also in
other subjects. It is more than an ability to do basic arithmetic.
It involves developing confidence and competence with numbers and
measures. It requires understanding of the number system, a
repertoire of mathematical techniques, and an inclination and
ability to solve quantitative or spatial problems in a range of
contexts. Numeracy also demands understanding of the ways in which
data are gathered by counting and measuring, and presented in
graphs, diagrams, charts and tables."

Secondary National Strategy, Mathematics at key stage 3

Go Maths

Learning and
understanding Mathematics, at every level, requires learner
engagement. Mathematics is not a spectator sport. Sometimes
traditional teaching fails to actively involve students. One way to
address the problem is through the use of interactive activities and
this web site provides many of those.
The Go Maths main page links to
more activities designed for students in upper Secondary/High school.

Transum,

Monday, December 2, 2013

"As an extension activity consider the following questions:How many magic squares are there that contain the numbers 5, 8 and 12? (ignore rotations and reflections).Is the centre number of a magic square always one third of the row and column totals?Can you create a magic square using only prime numbers?"

Transum,

Friday, June 2, 2017

"In the year 1514 the German artist Albrecht Dürer created an engraving called Melencolia with a magic square in the background. The image below shows an enlargement of the magic square. The date appears in the bottom row of the magic square.

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Ian Stewart, Cabinet Of Mathematical Curiosities

Friday, June 2, 2017

"Using consecutive whole numbers and counting rotations and reflections of a given square as being the same there are precisely:

For the 6×6 case, there are estimated to be approximately 1.77 × 1019 squares."

Transum,

Saturday, February 17, 2018

"One method of finding a solution to a puzzle in which the digits one to nine have to be arranged in a particular formation is by trying every different permutation. This strategy however is very time consuming. Even if it only took one second to arrange the numbers and check whether a solution has been found, you would need to allow over one hundred hours to complete the task!

Developing a strategy with some insight or consideration of the number patterns might be a better course of action. Good Luck!
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